Farmer finds rare ancient treasure — but it may be in "immediate danger"
Experts say the ornate Byzantine-era mosaic is one of the greatest archaeological treasures ever found in Gaza.
Israel-Gaza Conflict
5 Palestinians executed in Gaza on charges of murder, espionage for Israel
These are the first executions reported in Gaza since 2017.
Judge rejects Ben & Jerry's bid to block sales in occupied West Bank
The company has tried to halt sales of its ice cream in the Israeli-occupied West Bank and contested east Jerusalem, calling it "inconsistent" with its values.
Ceasefire begins between Israel and Palestinian militants
The Egyptian-brokered cease-fire took effect at 11:30 p.m. local time, or 4:30 p.m. ET.
Israeli airstrike kills 2nd top Islamic Jihad commander
Israel says it killed a senior Islamic Jihad commander in an airstrike on an apartment building in a crowded Gaza refugee camp.
Gaza violence intensifies as Jerusalem tensions continue to escalate
The violence along the Gaza front, fueled by the tensions in Jerusalem, appears to be the heaviest cross-border fighting since last year's 11-day war.
Israeli forces kill 4 Palestinians as violence mounts after terror attacks
Military says man killed as he threw a firebomb at an Israeli vehicle, raising to 4 the number of Palestinians killed in 24 hours.
Israeli forces kill Palestinian man sought over attack on Tel Aviv bar
Officials say the man with no clear affiliation to any terror group entered Israel illegally from the occupied West Bank before shooting into the crowded bar, killing 2.
Israel hits Gaza with airstrikes
The Israeli military said the attacks targeted a rocket manufacturing facility and a military post for Hamas.
Israel-Palestinian conflict fuels antisemitism in U.S. and Europe
As U.S. sees 47% rise in reports of antisemitism, French student leader says Jews "are the first victims" as the centuries-old Mideast conflict fuels hate on a global scale.
Blinken visits Mideast in bid to solidify Israel-Gaza truce
Highest-ranking U.S. official to visit since President Biden took office, Blinken reiterates America's support for Israel, but says "underlying issues" must be addressed.
Palestinians in Gaza sift through damage ahead of Blinken visit
After a cease-fire was declared last week, Hamas, the group that governs the Gaza Strip and which is classed by the United States as a terrorist organization, celebrated with a victory parade.
Secretary of state heading to Middle East amid Israel-Hamas cease-fire
The secretary of state will travel to Israel, the West Bank, Egypt and Jordan.
As the cease-fire holds in Gaza, residents survey the damage
Locals are sifting through rubble, trying to piece their lives back together.
Gazans grapple with devastation as Hamas sees victory in cease-fire
Hamas believes the conflict helped bolster its image as the defender of Palestinians, but for the people of Gaza, the devastation does not seem like a victory.
Humanitarian groups bring aid after days of fighting in Gaza
Trucks carrying humanitarian aid began rolling into Gaza Saturday as residents picked through the rubble, taking stock of the damage.
Fragile Israel-Gaza cease-fire holds as both sides claim success
Both the Israeli military and Hamas claim to have achieved their goals after 11 days of bloodshed, but with more than 250 dead, it looked to some like "all sides are losing."
26 arrested as pro-Israel, pro-Palestine protesters clash in NYC
An unknown individual threw two commercial fireworks into a crowd in midtown, around the area of the Diamond District.
Biden praises cease-fire and vows to continue "quiet" diplomacy
The president said the U.S. has been holding intense, high-level discussions with the parties.
Israel and Hamas cease-fire holds after 11 days of fighting
The two sides agreed to halt their respective airstrikes and rocket attacks as pressure mounted from Washington for a truce.
Hamas lays down its terms as calls for a cease-fire get louder
Almost 220 Palestinians and 12 Israelis have been killed since the violence erupted, but calls for a cease-fire are getting louder.
Israel's Iron Dome has blocked thousands of incoming rockets
When the technology was declared operational in 2011, it was regarded as a "game-changer" for modern warfare.
Palestinians protest in "day of rage" in West Bank and Jerusalem
Protesters said it was the largest demonstration since violence broke out between Israel and Hamas last week.
Death toll climbs as calls for Israel-Hamas cease-fire go unheeded
Palestinians vent anger in a "day of rage," risking new clashes as Israelis face more rocket fire and their military reduces neighborhoods in Gaza to rubble.
Biden "expressed his support for a ceasefire" to Israeli PM
President Biden spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday night, their second phone call since Saturday.
World
3 human heads found in Ecuador province plagued by drug trafficking
Two of the heads were identified by their mother, who said one of them was a teenager, police said.
North Korea claims sea drone capable of unleashing "radioactive tsunami"
Military analysts are dubious of the latest wild claims from Kim Jong Un's regime, which is furious over the latest U.S.-South Korean joint military exercises.
New attack targets U.S. base in Syria after strikes on Iran-linked group
Hours after the U.S. conducted "precision airstrikes" on facilities used by Iran-linked groups, there was another attempted attack on a U.S. base in the region.
Track and field's governing body excludes transgender women from female events
The ruling will go into effect on March 31, which is also the Transgender Day of Visibility.
American tourist disappears while visiting ancient Mayan city
Raymond Vincent Ashcroft was last seen at Guatemala's famed cultural site on Feb. 3, authorities said.
Man accused in U.K. of streaming castrations on "eunuch maker" website
Prosecutors say nine men allegedly earned about $246,000 from the subscription-based website streaming the extreme "body modifications."
Possible Jackson Pollock painting discovered in Bulgaria police raid
Authorities say Pollock may have given the large painting to Hollywood star Lauren Bacall before it ended up in the late dictator Nicolae Ceausescu's collection.
Who is Shou Zi Chew? What to know about the TikTok CEO
The TikTok CEO, a former Goldman Sachs banker and Harvard grad, is on the hot seat as lawmakers consider banning the app.
New "giant" trapdoor spider species discovered in Australia
Researchers have called it a "big, beautiful species."
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Alabama husband wouldn't answer this question when calling 911
When Jason Crawford called 911 to report that his wife Tiffiney had been shot, there was one question that he repeatedly refused to answer, "Who's she been shot by?"
Want to track down your tax refund? Follow these dos and don'ts
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
Illinois police looking for missing U.S. Navy sailor last seen leaving bar
Police said it is believed that Gray was due back at his base at 2 a.m. but the sailor never returned to the Naval Base Great Lakes.
$2B Powerball winner buys $4M home after gobbling one up for $25M
Edwin Castro isn't wasting time using the record jackpot he won in November and claimed last month.
Rep. Stacey Plaskett defends Manhattan D.A.'s investigation of Trump
The top Democrat on the "weaponization of government" select subcommittee is accusing Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan of trying to intimidate Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg.
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Want to track down your tax refund? Follow these dos and don'ts
If you're trying to figure out when your refund is landing, some steps are a giant waste of time, the IRS says.
Leroy Raffel, Arby's co-founder, dead at 96
He started the famous chain known for its roast beef sandwiches in 1964 with his brother, and Arby's stands for the Raffel Brothers, the company says.
Kids to require parental consent to access social media apps under new Utah law
Utah becomes the first state to enact a law attempting to limit teens' access to social media sites.
Disney World raising minimum wage to $18 an hour by year-end
Labor pact will hike the pay of thousands of costumed performers, theatrical workers and other employees at the theme park.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
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Rep. Stacey Plaskett defends Manhattan D.A.'s investigation of Trump
The top Democrat on the "weaponization of government" select subcommittee is accusing Speaker Kevin McCarthy and Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan of trying to intimidate Manhattan D.A. Alvin Bragg.
Appeals court blocks COVID vaccine mandate for federal workers
The ruling maintains the status quo, upholding a preliminary injunction blocking the mandate issued by a federal judge. The issue has drawn many conflicting judicial opinions.
Senate ethics panel admonishes Lindsey Graham over campaign solicitations
The ethics panel found that the South Carolina Republican improperly solicited contributions from inside a federal building.
Kids to require parental consent to access social media apps under new Utah law
Utah becomes the first state to enact a law attempting to limit teens' access to social media sites.
State Department facing "unprecedented demand" for passports, Blinken says
A record number of passports — 22 million — were issued in 2022. The State Department is "on track to break" that record in 2023.
Health
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Florida fire captain loses sight in one eye after using recalled eye drops
The CDC is investigating a nationwide outbreak of the antibiotic-resistant bacteria — Pseudomonas aeruginosa — which has infected 68 people in 16 states.
3 deaths linked to recalled eye drops
Three people have died from a drug-resistant bacteria linked to recalled eye drops. Manuel Bojorquez talks with one man who lost his sight following an infection.
Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
California bill would ban foods with Red Dye No. 3, other chemicals
Foods containing any of the five chemicals are currently banned in the European Union.
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3 human heads found in Ecuador province plagued by drug trafficking
Two of the heads were identified by their mother, who said one of them was a teenager, police said.
North Korea claims sea drone capable of unleashing "radioactive tsunami"
Military analysts are dubious of the latest wild claims from Kim Jong Un's regime, which is furious over the latest U.S.-South Korean joint military exercises.
New attack targets U.S. base in Syria after strikes on Iran-linked group
Hours after the U.S. conducted "precision airstrikes" on facilities used by Iran-linked groups, there was another attempted attack on a U.S. base in the region.
Track and field's governing body excludes transgender women from female events
The ruling will go into effect on March 31, which is also the Transgender Day of Visibility.
American tourist disappears while visiting ancient Mayan city
Raymond Vincent Ashcroft was last seen at Guatemala's famed cultural site on Feb. 3, authorities said.
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Disney World raising minimum wage to $18 an hour by year-end
Labor pact will hike the pay of thousands of costumed performers, theatrical workers and other employees at the theme park.
Gwyneth Paltrow lawsuit: When skiers collide, who is at fault?
The case likely hinges on who the jury believes was the "downhill" skier, per legal experts.
Gisele Bündchen breaks silence on divorce from Tom Brady
Months after their divorce was announced, Gisele Bündchen spoke with Vanity Fair about her marriage to now-retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady.
Paltrow's attorneys ask about missing GoPro video of 2016 ski crash
The trial took on an increasingly personal note Thursday when the plaintiff's daughter and a neuropsychologist testified about his declining health.
Brandy and Paolo Montalban reprising "Cinderella" roles
Brandy became the first Black actress to play Cinderella in a movie, and 26 years later, she is reprising the iconic role alongside her prince.
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Technology
TikTok CEO grilled on Capitol Hill
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew faced tough questions from a House panel Thursday as he sought to convince lawmakers the social media platform is not an arm of the Chinese government that's being used to spy on Americans. Nikole Killion reports on the contentious hearing.
"CBS Evening News" headlines for March 23, 2023
Here's a look at the top stories making headlines on the "CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell."
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
TikTok CEO testifies on Capitol Hill
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is testifying on Capitol Hill today before the House Energy and Commerce Committee. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane joins Errol Barnett and Meg Oliver to discuss what's being said in the hearing, as well as the findings of a new CBS News poll about Americans' view of the app.
Who is Shou Zi Chew? What to know about the TikTok CEO
The TikTok CEO, a former Goldman Sachs banker and Harvard grad, is on the hot seat as lawmakers consider banning the app.
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Flesh-eating bacteria could increase with climate change
While the bacteria is common in subtropical regions, there has been an increase of infections from Vibrio vulnificus in more northern locations, like the Delaware Bay.
COVID left some with damaged immune response, study finds
Scientists found a "major reduction" in a part of T cell responses in people who were infected before being vaccinated.
New "giant" trapdoor spider species discovered in Australia
Researchers have called it a "big, beautiful species."
Inside the largely unregulated market for bodies donated to science
Every year, an estimated 20,000 people donate their bodies to science for the purpose of medical research and education. But unlike organ donation, these body parts can be bought and sold for profit.
Scientists offer new explanation for mysterious 2017 interstellar visitor
"We'll never know for sure what 'Oumuamua was -- we lost our chance," said the co-author of the new study.
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3 human heads found in Ecuador province plagued by drug trafficking
Two of the heads were identified by their mother, who said one of them was a teenager, police said.
Alabama husband wouldn't answer this question when calling 911
When Jason Crawford called 911 to report that his wife Tiffiney had been shot, there was one question that he repeatedly refused to answer, "Who's she been shot by?"
Could an Alabama woman have shot herself twice?
When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Man accused of stabbing his wife to death during Bible study
Castillo whispered something into Woodhull's ear and then pulled out a knife and stabbed her repeatedly, the complaint said.
Court rules shooter's parents can stand trial
An appeals court ruled that the parents of a shooter who killed four students at a Michigan school can face trial themselves for purchasing the gun used in the killings.
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3D printed rocket blasts off but fails to reach orbit on maiden flight
While the Terran 1 rocket didn't reach orbit, builder Relativity Space says it achieved major objectives.
Large asteroid to fly between Earth and the moon on Saturday
The space rock's anticipated trajectory places it at about half the distance to the moon, so people with telescopes may be able to see it from Earth.
Five planets will align across the night sky near the end of March
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align right before the end of the month.
Mystery solved after strange streaks of light seen in California sky
The flaming bits of wreckage created a "spectacular light show" and were going thousands of miles per hour, an astronomer said.
Scientists discover volcanic activity on Venus
NASA's Magellan spacecraft collected images of the planet's surface between 1990 and 1992, and researchers recently searched that data to study the possible activity of the volcanoes in the terrain.
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When Tiffiney Crawford was found dead inside her van, authorities believed she might have taken her own life. But could she shoot herself twice in the head with her non-dominant hand?
Rare photos from the 1976 Chowchilla bus kidnapping
A look inside the truck trailer where 26 abducted school children and their bus driver were buried alive -- and later escaped.
World News Roundup's 85th anniversary
America's longest-running news broadcast program celebrates three-quarters of a century on the air
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The crime scene evidence that convicted Alex Murdaugh
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Body Brokers | CBS Reports
In this eye-opening documentary, CBS Reports goes inside the $100 million market where bodies donated to science are bought and sold for profit.
"48 Hours" on death of Tiffiney Crawford
In May of 2017, Tiffiney Crawford was found dead in her van and investigators became suspicious of her husband, Jason Crawford. "48 Hours" contributor David Begnaud joins "CBS Mornings" for an exclusive interview with him and an inside look at his "48 Hours" report, "The Mysterious Death of Tiffiney Crawford."
American donations help Ukrainian orphanage
The City of Goodness orphanage in western Ukraine has had to expand in the past year to better serve the children who lost or were separated from their parents in the war. Imtiaz Tyab visited the facility to see how its switched up operations with the help of American donors.
FCC commissioner on TikTok hearing
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testified before Congress and faced questioning over security concerns with the app. FCC Commissioner Brendan Carr joins "CBS Mornings" to discuss the hearing and the bipartisan push to ban the app.
TikTok CEO grilled on Capitol Hill
TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew testified on Capitol Hill that the popular social media app is taking action to address privacy and national security concerns. Policy makers in both sides of the aisle fear the Chinese government could compel the Beijing-based company to share U.S. user data. Nikole Killion reports.